Filet Mignon with Blender Bearnaise
- 1 large end piece of beef tenderloin (about 3lbs), tied and trimmed
- extra-virgin olive oil
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 bunch fresh tarragon
- 2 shallots, minced
- 1/4 cup champagne vinegar
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 stick butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Take the beef tenderloin and drizzle with olive oil.
- Season well all over with plenty of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper all over.
- Make sure it is at room temperature before cooking.
- Place a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat on the stove top and sear tenderloin all over.
- Place the whole pan in the oven and roast the tenderloin for 15-17 minutes (depending on how thick your tenderloin is).
- An internal thermometer when inserted into the thickest part of the meat should read 130 degrees F for medium-rare.
- If you want it medium, cook for a further 3 minutes in the oven.
- Remove from the oven and tent with foil while you let it rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
- Make the bearnaise reduction first.
- In a small saucepan, combine half of the tarragon, shallots, vinegar and wine over medium-high heat.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half.
- Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Blend yolks and bearnaise reduction together.
- With the blender running, add one third of the butter in a slow steady stream.
- Once it emulsifies, turn the blender speed up to high and add the remaining butter.
- Add the remaining half bunch of fresh tarragon, season with salt and pepper and give it one more buzz.
- Set aside in a warm spot to hold the sauce.
- Yield: 4 servings
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
beef tenderloin, extravirgin olive oil, kosher salt, tarragon, shallots, champagne vinegar, white wine, egg yolks, butter, salt
Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tyler-florence/filet-mignon-with-blender-bearnaise-recipe.html (may not work)